Vegetarian Spicy Chicken Ramen
Elevate your ramen game with this hearty and flavorful Vegetarian Spicy Chicken Ramen, a plant-based twist on the classic comfort food. This recipe combines tender ramen noodles, savory plant-based chicken strips, and a rich, spicy broth made with vegetable stock, miso paste, garlic, fresh ginger, and a kick of sriracha or chili paste. Packed with nutrient-rich shiitake mushrooms and crisp bok choy, it's a vibrant dish that tempts both the eyes and taste buds. Topped with scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and optional soft-boiled eggs, this vegetarian ramen offers the perfect balance of heat, umami, and freshness. Quick to prepare in just 40 minutes, it's the ultimate meal for cozy evenings or a soul-warming lunch.
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Ingredients
- 8 oz ramen noodles
- 8 oz plant-based chicken strips
- 6 cups vegetable broth
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp sriracha or chili paste
- 2 tbsp miso paste
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
- 2 bok choy, halved
- 1 cup shiitake mushrooms, sliced
- 2 scallions, thinly sliced
- 2 soft-boiled eggs (optional for vegetarians)
- 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds
- 0.5 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 cups water
- 1 tsp salt
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
Directions
Step 1
In a large pot, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, stirring until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 2
Stir in the miso paste, sriracha or chili paste, and soy sauce. Cook for another 1-2 minutes to develop flavors.
Step 3
Pour in the vegetable broth and water, and bring the mixture to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer.
Step 4
Add the sliced shiitake mushrooms and halved bok choy. Simmer for 10 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
Step 5
Meanwhile, prepare the ramen noodles according to the package instructions. Drain and set aside.
Step 6
In a separate skillet, cook the plant-based chicken strips over medium heat until golden brown and heated through, about 4-5 minutes. Season with salt and black pepper.
Step 7
To assemble, divide the cooked ramen noodles into four bowls. Ladle the hot broth and vegetables over the noodles.
Step 8
Top with the cooked plant-based chicken strips, sliced scallions, toasted sesame seeds, and optional soft-boiled eggs or red pepper flakes for extra heat.
Step 9
Serve immediately and enjoy your Vegetarian Spicy Chicken Ramen!
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (2980.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2235.3 |
| Total Fat 61.8g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 11.7g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 10.2g | |
| Cholesterol 372mg | 0% |
| Sodium 10832.1mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 314.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 43.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 43.8g | |
| Protein 128.2g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 124IU | 0% |
| Calcium 680.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 18.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 4739.2mg | 0% |
Source of Calories